In 2023, Germany, France, and Belgium led the European household consumption of Gas Oil and Diesel Oil (excluding biofuel) with the respective shares of 46.82, 13.7, and 11.71 gigawatthours. Notable decreases in consumption were observed in Italy (-18.5%), Finland (-14.22%), and Denmark (-13.21%), while Poland showed a significant increase of 10.69%. Smaller consumers like Bulgaria and Malta experienced minimal year-on-year changes.
Looking ahead, potential future trends to monitor include:
- The continued shift towards renewable energy sources, potentially decreasing fossil fuel consumption.
- Regulatory changes and incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions and pushing towards cleaner energy in various countries.
- Technological advancements in heating and energy efficiency technologies for households that could further diminish traditional oil consumption.
- Geopolitical factors influencing oil prices and availability, which may impact consumption patterns across different regions.
Top countries in Gas Oil and Diesel Oil (Excluding Biofuel Portion) Final Consumption by Households Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 46.82 | 2023 | -4.46% | -1.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 13.7 | 2023 | -8.58% | -6.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 11.71 | 2023 | -0.89% | -1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.47 | 2023 | -0.42% | -1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 5.28 | 2023 | -3.35% | +0.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.92 | 2023 | -0.5% | +0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 2.12 | 2023 | -35.29% | -18.5% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 1.84 | 2023 | +0.026% | +0.81% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 0.93 | 2023 | +0.26% | -0.045% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.75 | 2023 | +16.02% | +10.69% | View data |
